Ecclesiastes 10:17

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

But a nation will prosper when its ruler is mature, and its leaders don't feast too much.

Cross References

Isaiah 5:11

You are in for trouble! You get up early to start drinking, and you keep it up late into the night.

Jeremiah 30:21

One of your own people will become your ruler. And when I invite him to come near me at the place of worship, he will do so. No one would dare to come near without being invited.

Deuteronomy 14:26

When you and your family arrive, spend the money on food for a big celebration. Buy cattle, sheep, goats, wine, beer, and if there are any other kinds of food that you want, buy those too.